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Tax Credit for Blind Individuals to Purchase Access Technology.

This law establishes a new, refundable tax credit designed to help blind individuals and their families afford specialized hardware and software that converts visual information into usable formats. This measure aims to reduce the financial burden of purchasing essential adaptive technology, making it more accessible. The credit applies to expenses incurred starting in the 2024 tax year.
Key points
A new refundable tax credit (up to $2,000) is available for purchasing qualified access technology for blind individuals (e.g., screen readers, specialized devices).
The credit limit is $2,000 per qualified blind individual over any three consecutive tax years, with inflation adjustments planned after 2024.
The credit applies to expenses not covered by insurance and is temporary, set to expire after December 31, 2028.
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Print number: 118_S_1467
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Process start date: 2023-05-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Access Technology Affordability Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1467.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new refundable tax credit (up to $2,000) is available for purchasing qualified access technology for blind individuals (e.g., screen readers, specialized devices).
  • The credit limit is $2,000 per qualified blind individual over any three consecutive tax years, with inflation adjustments planned after 2024.
  • The credit applies to expenses not covered by insurance and is temporary, set to expire after December 31, 2028.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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